Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett-Helaire received a resounding rave review for her fireside chat with Deloitte

Groundbreaking scientist Dr. KIZZMEKIA S. CORBETT-HELAIRE was a riveting keynote speaker for Deloitte Government and Public Services’ (GPS) recent all-hands call centered on trailblazing women leaders and health equity. The host shared, “it was an honor to shine a little bit of light on Dr. Corbett’s journey in science that led to her becoming the lead scientist behind the Moderna COVID-19 mRNA vaccine. Her discussion on knowing when and how to say no, on setting boundaries and delegating when appropriate, and the real limits of our conversations on resilience served as a timely reminder as we continue addressing the challenges of the pandemic head-on.” Dr. Corbett-Helaire is a sought-after speaker for her ability to communicate complicated science in a highly accessible way, the historic impact she and her work have had on the world, and her powerful message of working together to make a difference.

The attendees raved about Dr. Corbett-Helaire’s appearance as a keynote speaker: “’I’m privileged to see you, and I do truly see you.’ … ‘Thank you, Dr. Corbett. Your work turned the world back on.’ … ‘Selective resilience and choosing your priorities seem obvious but the INTENTIONALITY is key. Thank you for that Dr. Corbett. You rock!’ … ‘It is so empowering to hear another woman talk about how we can all give ourselves grace.’”

Deloitte GPS concluded warmly, “We would like to thank Dr. Corbett for her uplifting and spectacular fireside chat with the Deloitte team and we would love to engage with her in future events.“

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Kizzmekia S. Corbett-Helaire on Teamwork, Resilience & Leadership

The lead scientist in the development of the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine while at the NIH, KIZZMEKIA S. CORBETT-HELAIRE discusses how she brought a team together to accomplish a timely goal under enormous worldwide pressure. Her discussions on teamwork, resilience, and leadership can be applied to any workplace. As the public face of a diverse and rising generation of scientists, she also focuses on diversity and inclusiveness, wanting everyone to feel that their voice is heard, sharing that “the most successful labs are run by people who foster an environment where everybody feels like they belong.” 

As an incredibly accomplished scientist whose research changed the world, Corbett-Helaire graciously relates to audiences as if she’s just like us – quoting hip hop, chatting about her family, and her experiences growing up.  Public health, after all, is about community, and Dr. Corbett-Helaire reminds us we’re all in this together. She has been featured on Good Morning America, was named to TIME magazine’s 2021 Time100 Next List, was interviewed by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, discussed on the The REIDOUT and The View, delivered electrifying commencement addresses and keeps popping up in popular culture, as well as the expected places to discuss her scientific gravitas.

Invite Dr. Corbett-Helaire to your next event to electrify and inspire your audience to dream big, do the work, and make a difference. 

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Dr. Kizzmekia S. Corbett-Helaire's history with science

DR. KIZZMEKIA S. CORBETT-HELAIRE was studying vaccine development. Her research was central to the development of the Moderna mRNA vaccine and the Eli Lilly therapeutic monoclonal antibody, both of which were first to enter clinical trials in the world. As a result, her work is having a substantial impact on ending the worst respiratory-disease pandemic in more than 100 years. She is now an assistant professor in the Department of Immunology and Infectious Diseases at Harvard and named to the 2021 TIME 100 NEXT list, and her work extends beyond the rapid development of vaccines.

An inspiring and energetic speaker, Corbett-Helaire has taken on a public role as the face of a diverse and rising generation of talented scientists, as shown on these programs at Spelman College for the Center of Excellence for Minority Women in STEM, National Institute of Health, American Medical Association, and in conversation with Dr. Priscilla Chan from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. She is often found weighing in on vaccine hesitancy, as seen on Good Morning America and discussed on THE REIDOUT. 

Dr. Corbett-Helaire electrifies every event and her stories inspire everyone to dream big, do the work, and step up when the world calls.

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